Homophones

What makes homophones unique?

• They are only found in English.

• They have the same spelling.

• They sound the same but have different meanings.

• They are always used in pairs.

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CCSS.L.4.1G

CCSS.L.K.4A

Which of the following is an example of homophones?

• Tree and Leaf

• Cat and Dog

• Sun and Moon

• Nose and Knows

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CCSS.L.4.1G

CCSS.L.K.4A

What is the meaning of the second 'hay' in the example?

• A greeting

• A type of tree

• A type of dance

• A type of food for horses

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CCSS.L.5.5C

How many homophones are there in the English language?

• Over 7,000

• Over 1,000

• Over 3,000

• Over 5,000

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CCSS.L.4.1G

CCSS.L.K.4A